Live in the heart of Downtown Houston at the historic St. Germain Building, ideally located at Main St. and Capitol with convenient access to METRORail, the downtown tunnel system, dining, entertainment, and major employment centers. This charming 5th-floor studio combines historic character with modern comforts, featuring hardwood flooring, soaring ceilings with exposed ductwork, exposed brick accents, and abundant storage throughout. The kitchen is equipped with granite countertops, built-in stainless steel appliances, and ample cabinet space. The spacious bathroom offers a large walk-in shower, oversized vanity, and dedicated washer/dryer area. Residents enjoy premium building amenities including a secure lobby with doorman service, gated parking, fitness center, recreation room for entertaining, and an outdoor patio complete with a grill and pergola. Experience low-maintenance urban living in one of Downtown Houston's most iconic Art Deco buildings.
Downtown Houston, located between Buffalo Bayou and Midtown, is a commercial and cultural Houston neighborhood with a skyline of glass towers and a web of tunnels and skybridges. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Main Street at Texas Avenue, where theaters, cocktail bars, and late-night bites spill out beneath marquee lights. Alley Theatre, Jones Hall for the Performing Arts, and the Historic Market Square Park scene act as local pillars. Blocky modern high-rises mix with preserved early-20th-century facades, especially near Market Square and along Main. Discovery Green and the Bayou trails shape a walk-and-roll routine, while METRORail stations stitch together the office core, stadiums, and museum stops.
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Offer insights
705 Main St #511 · $160,000
$158K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $158K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
142 days
The average home goes pending in 70 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
93.5%
Most homes are selling 6% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Living
Interior features
Entrance foyer
Granite counters
Kitchen/family room combo
Pantry
Living/dining room
Programmable thermostat
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom on the first level (approx. 10 x 8)
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Electric oven
Electric range
Disposal
Microwave
Oven
Granite counters
Pantry
Kitchen/family room combo
Laundry & utility
Stacked washer and dryer
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Tile
Wood
Heating & cooling
Central heating (gas)
Central air conditioning (electric)
Programmable thermostat
Exterior features
Deck
Rooftop
Concrete road surface
Home design
Residential property
Entry level: 5
Full ownership
Building name: ST GERMAIN
Parking
1 parking space
Additional parking available
Assigned parking
Controlled entrance
Security
Doorman
Key card entry
Concierge (building amenity)
Construction
Concrete construction
Built in 1921
Utilities
Water and sewer included in association fee
Electric service for heating and cooling
HOA & community
St Germain Lofts Homeowners Association
Monthly association fee
Association fee includes common area insurance, grounds and structure maintenance, recreation facilities, sewer, trash, and water
Community features: Clubhouse, Elevator
Association amenities: Fitness center, Party/meeting room, Security, Trash, Concierge
Financial info
Association fee: $602 monthly
Other
Building area approximately 557 square feet
Electricity and solar
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DOWNTOWN STUDIO with light rail and downtown tunnel access nearby is Urban Living at its best! Historic St. Germain's gorgeous art-deco building features a secure lobby with a concierge doorman, private gated garage parking, a recreation room with comfortable seating that can be rented out for private events, and includes a pool table, a bar with stools, and workout gym plus an outdoor rooftop deck to enjoy BBQing! This unit features hardwood floors, open ceilings w/ exposed ductwork and brick, spacious living room, dining, & kitchen combo w/ granite counters, and stainless steel appliances. The master bath features a granite vanity, laundry & a HUGE slate shower. Located in the heart of Downtown Houston walking distance to restaurants, bars, theaters, and easy access to Medical Center! Metro Light Rail is directly in front of the building and metered guest parking nearby. Refrigerator/Washer/Dryer included for easy move-in. BUILDING HAS NEVER FLOODED! No AirBnb! See video walk thru!
HARMLS #46640420
Jul 24, 2024
Listing Removed
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Public Records
May 21, 2021
Sold
*
HARMLS #26157316
May 20, 2021
Sold
$140K - $160K
Apr 22, 2021
Pending
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Apr 12, 2021
Pending
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Jan 27, 2021
Listed
$149,900
$269/sq ft
* Price is not available or MLS listing is off market.